1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
